alleryStart learning →What is the sum of the years' digits for an asset with a useful life of 8 years?
A28
B32
C40
D36
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 36
(n squared + n)/2 with n = 8 gives (64 + 8)/2 = 36.
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